80s Retro Photo Trend Raises Cyber Fraud Concerns; Users Warned Against Fake Apps and APK Files

The trend of creating photos in an 80s retro style may appear harmless and entertaining, but amid growing concerns around cybersecurity, such viral trends could potentially be exploited to direct users towards fake apps, malicious APK files and suspicious links.

The popularity of AI-powered photo editing and retro-style image generation tools continues to grow. Cybercriminals can exploit this interest by using attractive app names and viral trends to redirect users to unfamiliar websites or pages prompting them to download applications.

The biggest risk arises when users download APK files from unverified websites and install them on their Android devices. Such files may appear to be legitimate photo-editing applications, while potentially exposing users to risks involving sensitive information, OTPs, messages and other personal data.

From a cybersecurity perspective, users should verify the source of any application before downloading it in connection with a viral trend. It is advisable to avoid installing APK files received through unfamiliar websites, WhatsApp or Telegram.

Users should also carefully review app permissions before granting access to sensitive information. If a photo-editing application requests access to contacts, SMS or other personal data, users should question whether such permissions are genuinely necessary for the app to function.

There is nothing wrong with enjoying the 80s retro photo trend, but digital safety should not be compromised in the rush to participate in viral content. Trends may come and go, but recovering from the consequences of cyber fraud can be far more difficult.

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Noise has released two new products. Know the price & features

Noise has released two new products: the NoiseFit Vortex smartwatch and the Noise Buds Trance TWS earbuds.

Pritish Bagdi

Noise has introduced two new products in India: the NoiseFit Vortex timepiece and the Noise Buds Trance TWS headphones. The former has a 1.46-inch AMOLED screen and supports over 150 watch faces. The latter, on the other hand, receives Bluetooth 5.3, which has a communication range of up to 10m. Continue reading to learn more about them.

NoiseFit Vortex Smart Watch Price and Features

• NoiseFit Vortex will be available in Jet Black, Silver Grey, Vintage Brown, Rose Pink, Space Blue, and Jet Black at a special introductory price of Rs 2,999.

• The smartwatch will be sold on gonoise.com and Amazon.in beginning June 12.In terms of specifications, it has a circular dial with a 1.46′′ AMOLED screen that supports over 150 watch faces.

• The smartwatch's Noise Tru Sync technology allows users to make Bluetooth calls directly from the watch, with speedy pairing and low power usage.

• It also includes the Noise Health Suite, which includes heart rate monitoring 24 hours a day, SpO2 measurement, sleep tracking, stress management, and a menstrual cycle tracker.

• It also features numerous sports modes, is water and dust resistant to IP68* standards, and has a battery life of up to 7 days.

*[IP68-With an IP68 rating, they are water resistant in fresh water to a maximum depth of 1.5 metres for up to 30 minutes, and are protected from dust - all without the need for extra cases or covers.]

Noise Buds Trance: Price and features

• In India, the Noise Buds Trance are priced at Rs 999. They are currently available for purchase on the GoNoise online store as well as on Flipkart. The earbuds come in five different colours: Jet Black, Snow White, Space Blue, True Blue, and True Purple.

• Noise's latest earbuds have a 6mm driver and AAC support. While gaming, the earphones provide a low latency mode of up to 40 ms. All of this is accomplished through Bluetooth 5.3, which also allows the buds to operate up to 10 metres away from the device with which they are paired.

• They also have Instacharge technology, which allows for up to 200 minutes of enjoyment with a 10-minute charging. The casing includes a USB Type-C charging connection.

• These earphones are also sweat and water resistant, with an IPX5* grade. Not only that, but you get HyperSync for quick pairing, and the earbuds are said to deliver up to 45 hours of total playtime when paired with the case.

*[IPX5 waterproof meaning: The tested device survives 15 minutes under a jet of water (12.5 liters per minute at a pressure of 30 kilopascals, from a distance of 3 meters). It's considered splashproof or sweatproof but not fully waterproof. Showering: while it's still not advisable, you can shower with such headphones.]

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The Apple iPhone 15 Pro is rumoured to have no buttons

As 2023 kicks off, Apple rumors for the upcoming iPhone models are surfacing full speed ahead.

Pritish Bagdi

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According to a recent MacRumors report, Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo believes that the upcoming iPhone 15 Pro will have "solid-state volume and power buttons." Kuo explains the possibility that the newest iPhone model will adopt a button similar to the home button design from the iPhone 7/8/SE2, replacing the physical, mechanical button design, in a tweet from October 2022. Kuo explained that it would provide haptic feedback when the buttons were pressed using two additional Taptic Engines, without the buttons actually moving. It'd be similar to the Force Touch trackpad found in recent MacBooks.

The logic behind solid-state buttons is that they would allow the iPhone to be more water resistant by removing additional moving parts that would wear out or break over time. This change is expected to be limited to the iPhone 15 and iPhone 15 Plus, but if successful, Kuo believes the update will be available on the iPad Pro and even the Apple Watch Ultra. As is customary, the iPhone 15 lineup will be released in September.

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